I'm Back! After one short day ;) It's a working title so if anyone wants to give me ideas it would be greatly appreciated!

A backpack, my phone and a music player, that's all I brought on my journey.

The summer flew by, a whirlwind of pure bliss. Cat and I spent an amazing two months together, making each moment together last. We went on holiday to Italy, I had always wanted to go to Europe and Cat had surprised me with it after graduation. We spent two glorious weeks in our own private villa, we lazed in the pool, at the wonderful cuisine, enjoying each other company. When we got back I started hanging out with the guys, talking about what next semester was going to be like. Beck and I were moving while André and Jade were staying.

It was a little tense with Beck and Jade, they discussed it and decided that they wanted to end their relationship; they didn't want to do the long distance relationship and end up resenting each other. It was completely bizarre seeing them not together. They ended on good terms and they still remained to stay friends, which was great because I couldn't bear having to pick sides.

As each day passed, it seemed to hit me more, what I was leaving behind. By the end of August I had finally packed up all of room- it was strange to see that I could pack up my whole life into 3 large boxes and a suitcase. My father was going to ship them over to me once I was over in New York.

I spent the last night with Cat and the guys at Beck's RV, the end of an era. That was another thing that was changing too, Beck had to sell it so he would have some extra money for college. I couldn't imagine Beck without his RV, everything was changing really quickly. We were all going our separate ways, we would never be too together like this again.

We made a pact that night, promising that we would keep in touch as much as possible and meet up when we were home for the holidays. Even Jade begrudgingly agreed, mumbling under her breath that she, "secretly always hated us."

Well at least some things would never change.

The next morning I took the early flight to New York. My family stayed with me as long as they could, until finally I had to go. Max was crying, clinging to my leg and begging me to stay. The little guy almost broke my heart.

I tried to soothe him, "Hey little man, I'll see you soon enough. I'll be back for Thanksgiving."

That didn't stop the wails. Sighing I handed him Rex, "Here, you keep him. He likes you more than me anyway."

Max nodded, and wiped his face on Rex's shirt. Hugging my Dad, I turned to Jane who eyes were watering a bit. I had really grown to look at her as another mother; she gave me a bone crushing hug and forced some sweets into my hand for the airplane. I smiled at them and shoved them in my pocket. Finally I turned to Cat, she was waiting at beside the entrance to the boarding room. Max ran up and gave me one last hug.

I tried to not to cry as he mumbled, "I'm so glad you're my brother."

Letting him go, I left them behind and strode over to Cat, I studied her, wanting to remember this moment. The glint in her eyes when she saw me, that dazzling white smile, the way her hand shook when she was nervous or sad.

When I reached her she jumped into my arms and kissed my cheek, he voice wobbling, "I can't believe this is it. The summer went by too quickly.

I held her close, savoring her embrace.

I kissed her forehead, "I know and with your tour I won't see you for months."

"You'll probably forget about me and meet a gorgeous New York girl." She rambled, gulping as she tried to control her tears.

Shaking with laughter I replied, "Come on Cat" I scoffed, "There is no way that is going to happen."

She kissed me, putting as much passion as she could into this one kiss. This was our last kiss.

She broke the kiss and mumbled, "I love you."

I could feel her breath on my cheek.

"I love you too."

There was announcement for final boarding and Cat released me.

She wiped her tears away and smiled, "Time to go conquer Manhattan Mr. Shapiro."

Hitching up my backpack I turned around and didn't look back.

That evening I had made it, I reached my destination- New York... Well JFK airport. Attempting to find my bearings I hopped in a taxi to take me to my new apartment and before I knew it I found myself in Brooklyn outside the building where I would be living for the next four years. I was an abundance of nervous excitement.

Sliding the loft door open, I saw my home for the first time and my father was right, it wasn't up to much. It was cramped with one main room divided into the kitchen with a bar for eating. There was a bookcase that divided the living room and the small dining table. The furniture was mismatching, the couch and armchairs faded, with bits of stuffing sticking out.

I fell in love with it instantly.

The bathroom was miniature; once you stepped into it there was no room to move. Sharing this with two other people was going to a complete nightmare. Picking one of the bedrooms at the back of the loft at random I threw myself on to the bed. It was a comfortable size, with everything I needed: a double bed, a shelf above my bed and a wardrobe. Chucking my bag on the bed I went in search of food. Opening all the cupboards I found absolutely nothing, groaning in frustration I grabbed my keys to go get some food from the store.

The loft door rolled open and a large suitcase was shoved into the room.

The girl grunted as she pushed the large suitcase into the room, and then collapsed.

"I can't believe I had to carry that up three flights of stairs." She exclaimed.

Spotting me she removed her sunglasses, "Oh hey! Are you the owner's son?"

Nodding I stuck out my hand, "Robbie"

She accepted it, "Jess."

She didn't look like she belonged in an apartment like this. She looked like a runway model, shiny golden blonde hair that was styled and fell to her waist, glistening green eyes with golden specks, she was tall and very slim.

She was giving me a strange look, "You okay?"

Clearing my throat I stuttered, "Yeah, yeah I'm fine. So Jess what are you studying?"

"Medicine at St. John's, My father insisted that he would by me my own apartment on the Upper East Side but I wanted to be independent you know, so when I saw this little loft in Brooklyn was looking for tenants, so I signed up."

She looked around the room, "It's certainly quaint..." She pulled out her purse, "Maybe just this once we can let my dad pay for some comforters and a decent television."

I smirked, "Jess, I think this is the start of a beautiful friendship."

We ordered in food and I found out more about Jess' home life. She was a socialite who had lived in New York all her life, she told me that she would give me a tour, show me all the best places to eat and were to go out clubbing. I had to remind her that we were underage and she laughed.

"Come on Robbie, we are in university! That's what it's all about and anyway I get invites to parties all the time, if you're with me you'll be fine."

Later that evening we were joined with our other roommate, his name was Sean and like me, this was his first time in New York. He was a first year at New York University, studying History with Politics. He seemed like a really nice guy, really laid back. You could tell that at high school he would have been considered a God: the quarterback and the Prom King. Although he didn't seem to let that define him, I'm not even sure if he realized that he was good-looking. He had the appearance of someone who was effortlessly attractive, like he had gotten straight out of bed. His black hair was floppy and unkempt, he was wearing slacks and a faded t-shirt, he was taller than me and a hell of lot more muscular.

Jess had claimed the largest room in the house and spent most of the evening sorting out her wardrobe, while Sean just lounged on the sofa and ate the remaining takeout from the box as he watched the game on the television.

"So Robbie" Sean asked, "Tell me more about yourself."

Sitting down on the armchair beside him I thought about his question, "Well there isn't much to tell, I'm from Los Angeles, I went to Hollywood Arts and I have a girlfriend."

He raised his brow, "Wow, I've never been able to keep a relationship going." He chuckled, "I'm too much of a lady-killer."

I laughed with him, "I can only imagine"

"So what's her name?" He said, his mouth full of food, "You got a picture of her?"

Suddenly her voice burst into the room, grinning I looked at the television. An ad for her tour had just popped up on the screen.

Pointing at the screen I replied, "That's her there."

That got his attention.

Sitting up he exclaimed, "No way, you're joking."

I heard Jess squeal and she rushed into the room, "Oh my goodness, I can't believe I didn't realize! You're that Robbie Shapiro!"

Sean shook his head, "I still don't believe you."

"Okay I'll prove it." Grinning at Jess, I pulled out my phone. Dialing Cat's number, I video called her. Jess was beside herself, practically bouncing off the walls she was that excited. She answered on the first ring.

"Hey Robbie, I miss you baby! How is your apartment?"

I turned the screen of my Pearphone around to face Sean, his eyes widened when he saw her and he dropped his takeaway.

"Cat say hello to my new roommate, Sean."

She giggled, "Hello Sean, How are you?"

He mouth fell open, "You are so lucky Shapiro. You must be some kind of god."

Trying not to appear smug, I just smiled and turned the camera back to my face.

Jamie blocked the screen and she pulled him in her arms, "He misses you too Robbie!" Holding his paw she made him wave.

There was a knock on her door and she bounce up, " Shoot I have to go, I'm sorry. I have a meeting with my new manager, don't worry she is no Anna. I'll talk to you soon. Love you!"

Then she was gone, Jess complained that she didn't even get to say hello while I grinned victoriously at Sean. I put my phone back into my pocket. He was rendered speechless.

"Holy shit" Jess exclaimed, grabbing my arm she sat me down, "Tell me the whole story right now!"

Jess listened intently clutching onto the pillow as I told her story about how Cat and I met, she said that she had already heard it before but now that she was hearing it firsthand she could actually believe it.

"Robbie, that's so romantic!" she gushed, "Don't you think Sean?"

He was still in shock and just nodded.

"Listen guys I'm going to go to bed, it's been a long day."

We both bid him goodnight, even though it was only eight.

Jess frowned, "What a party pooper." Her phone dinged and she picked it up and grinned.

Springing up from the sofa she ran into her room and grabbed a small black dress.

"I'm going to shower and change. I got an invite to a huge party on the Upper East!" She said excitedly, before shutting the door she poked her head out, "Do you want to be my plus one?"

Shrugging I said, "Sure, why not."

It's my first night in New York, why shouldn't I have some fun?

Okay first Chapter done! :)
Sadly we will not be seeing a lot of Max and Rex in this story! :(
But hey we already have two new characters! What do you think of Jess and Sean?
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